Forty years ago, we chose to make a home in the charming, historic military housing neighborhood at 3511 Idlewild Way, San Diego. Our lives here have been fulfilling and active, as we integrated into the rich history and community spirit of the area. However, recently we have been receiving parking citations for using our own driveway - a driveway that has served us conveniently for decades.

Our driveway is historically 13.4 feet from the sidewalk to the garage door, built in 1954 when the standards differed significantly from today's requirements. At the time, this setback was legal, and we were assured by city officials that our homes, and many like ours in the neighborhood, would be grandfathered into compliance.

It is not just our home facing these penalties. Every third property in our neighborhood shares this architectural layout, potentially subjecting numerous residents to a $85 fine just for utilizing their driveways. This is an oversight that requires immediate addressing to ensure fairness for residents of these neighborhoods.

We propose an acknowledgment and amendment of current regulations to honor previous agreements that recognized the unique architectural aspects of these homes. We urge the city of San Diego to allow those of us in established neighborhoods to use our driveways without fear of penalties that undermine the essence of our community.

This solution not only respects historical agreements but also maintains our community’s integrity and acknowledgment of its past. Join us in petitioning the city of San Diego to halt these unjust tickets and recognize the status of our properties. Let us preserve the character of our community and respect the agreements made to sustain our way of life.

Sign this petition to support our plea for justice and fairness, and help us restore the right to comfortably use our driveways once again. Let's work together for a sensible solution that honors our community.